Find out how popular the last name Chakka is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Chakka.

Chakka, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Chakka surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Chakka in America

Chakka is the 133048th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Chakka surname appeared 127 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Chakka.

The history of the last name Chakka

The surname Chakka has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the northern regions of modern-day India and Pakistan. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, around the 12th or 13th century CE.

Chakka is derived from the Sanskrit word "chakra," which means "wheel" or "circle." In ancient Indian culture, the chakra held significant symbolism, representing the cyclical nature of existence and the concept of eternal cycles. The surname Chakka may have been initially associated with individuals who worked with wheels, such as potters or carpenters, or those who lived near a circular structure or landmark.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Chakka can be found in the Ain-i-Akbari, a 16th-century administrative document commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. This document contains references to individuals bearing the surname Chakka, indicating their presence during the Mughal era.

In the 17th century, a notable figure named Rai Chakka played a prominent role in the court of the Maratha ruler Shivaji Maharaj. Rai Chakka was a skilled diplomat and advisor who played a crucial role in the establishment of the Maratha Empire.

During the 18th century, the Chakka surname was also found in parts of present-day Punjab region, which was then part of the Sikh Empire. One notable individual from this period was Bhai Chakka Singh, a renowned Sikh warrior and military leader who fought against the Afghan invaders.

Another significant individual bearing the Chakka surname was Pandit Chakka Ram, a renowned scholar and astrologer who lived in the 19th century. He served as the royal astrologer to the Maharaja of Kashmir and was highly respected for his wisdom and expertise.

In the 20th century, Chakka became a more widespread surname across various regions of India and Pakistan. One notable figure was Chakka Ramalingam, an Indian journalist and social activist who fought for the rights of marginalized communities in the state of Tamil Nadu.

Over time, the surname Chakka has transcended its original associations and has been adopted by individuals from diverse backgrounds and regions within the Indian subcontinent. While its origins can be traced back to the medieval period, the name has evolved and gained new meanings, reflecting the rich cultural tapestry of the region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Chakka

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Chakka.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Chakka was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Chakka was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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